WGU C182 PRE-ASSESSMENT- INTRODUCTION TO IT PVEC
1.
What is the definition of information technology (IT)?
YOUR CORRECT
ANSWER ANSWER
It is a system of dependent parts working separately to accomplish information
goals.
It is a system indirectly used to support and improve particular aspects of a
department.
It is the technology used to create data, configure servers, and construct
buildings.
It is the technology used to create, maintain, and make information accessible.
2.
Which IT position has the responsibility of working with routers and switches?
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ANSWER ANSWER
Network administrator
Systems administrator
Database administrator
Website administrator
3.
In which generation were silicon chips krst used in computers?
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ANSWER ANSWER
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First generation
Second generation
Third generation
Fourth generation
4.
Which low-level language corresponds one-to-one with assembly?
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ANSWER ANSWER
Translator language
Machine language
Compiler language
Programming language
5.
What is a cloud model that delivers third-party software such as email or games through the internet?
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ANSWER ANSWER
IaaS
SaaS
RFID
PaaS
6.
What is one of IT's roles in globalization?
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ANSWER ANSWER
It provides support for JIT manufacturing.
It allows companies to achieve ISO 9001:2008 certification.
It provides tax havens for companies.
It allows companies to reach a wider customer base.
7.
Which category of computer has an external flat screen monitor, optical disk drive, and a large capacity
hard drive?
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ANSWER ANSWER
Handheld
Laptop
Desktop
Mainframe
8.
Which two software application packages would be classiked as productivity software?
Choose 2 answers
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ANSWER ANSWER
E-mail
Word processor
Spreadsheet program
FTP client
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1.
What is the definition of information technology (IT)?
YOUR CORRECT
ANSWER ANSWER
It is a system of dependent parts working separately to accomplish information
goals.
It is a system indirectly used to support and improve particular aspects of a
department.
It is the technology used to create data, configure servers, and construct
buildings.
It is the technology used to create, maintain, and make information accessible.
2.
Which IT position has the responsibility of working with routers and switches?
YOUR CORRECT
ANSWER ANSWER
Network administrator
Systems administrator
Database administrator
Website administrator
3.
In which generation were silicon chips krst used in computers?
YOUR CORRECT
ANSWER ANSWER
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First generation
Second generation
Third generation
Fourth generation
4.
Which low-level language corresponds one-to-one with assembly?
YOUR CORRECT
ANSWER ANSWER
Translator language
Machine language
Compiler language
Programming language
5.
What is a cloud model that delivers third-party software such as email or games through the internet?
YOUR CORRECT
ANSWER ANSWER
IaaS
SaaS
RFID
PaaS
6.
What is one of IT's roles in globalization?
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YOUR CORRECT
ANSWER ANSWER
It provides support for JIT manufacturing.
It allows companies to achieve ISO 9001:2008 certification.
It provides tax havens for companies.
It allows companies to reach a wider customer base.
7.
Which category of computer has an external flat screen monitor, optical disk drive, and a large capacity
hard drive?
YOUR CORRECT
ANSWER ANSWER
Handheld
Laptop
Desktop
Mainframe
8.
Which two software application packages would be classiked as productivity software?
Choose 2 answers
YOUR CORRECT
ANSWER ANSWER
Word processor
Spreadsheet program
FTP client
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